The Concise Oxford Dictionary of English Etymology (Oxford Quick Reference)

Hoad, T.F.

ISBN 10: 0192830988 / ISBN 13: 9780192830982

Published by Oxford University Press España, S.A., 1993

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Concise Oxford Dictionary of English Etymology (Oxford Quick Reference)
• Publisher: Oxford University Press España, S.A.
• Publication Date: 1993
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0192830988
• ISBN 13: 9780192830982
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: very_good

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Synopsis

Where did the words bungalow and assassin derive? What did nice mean in the Middle Ages? How were adder, anger, and umpire originally spelt? The answers can be found in this essential companion to any popular dictionary. With over 17,000 entries, this is the most authoritative and comprehensive guide to word origins available in paperback. Based on The Oxford Dictionary of English Etymology, the principal authority on the origin and development of English words, it contains a wealth of information about our language and its history. Published On: 1996-03-27

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With over 17,000 entries, The Concise Oxford Dictionary of English Etymology is the most authoritative and comprehensive guide to word origins available in paperback. Based on The Oxford Dictionary of English Etymology, the principal authority on the origin and development of English words, it contains a wealth of information about our language and its history.